I'm two months in to TKD and have developed plantar faciitis. I need a shoe that I can put my orthotics into. Is this the shoe?
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I think that your inserts might fit the shoe well. If they are the kind that look like bottom of a shoe, these martial arts shoes are soft and flexible enough to take the inserts but I don't know if it will be ok to buy them half a size larger. You will have to try. Buy a half size larger and if the inserts don't fit or fit too big , return and get your size. When you order, the numbers that have an H next to them means half size for example 10H is 10 and a half. Hope this helps.
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Completely agree with other responders. Great shoe. Try a half size bigger.
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My personal experience is these flat shoes have eliminated plantar faciitis all together for over a year and a half without use of any inserts.
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Hi Aaron, I do not know much about conditions of the sole of the foot, or the mechanical or medical science that deals with the design and fitting of orthotics, but I do know that this is a excellent martial arts shoe - I use it for Tai chi and Kung fu. The sizes are interesting, I have a wide foot so use a 9H the regular size is to narrow. Hope this helped.
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Right, I had flat feet myself until I started wearing orthotics. But that was 20-years ago. I no longer have flat feet. ArchCrafters is just protecting itself against law suites, practicing medicine without a license. Also, I've bought about 9 pairs of orthotics from ArtCrafter over the years and they deliver a high quality product. Highly recommend. Hillbilly
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Our son (age 8, size 3) has orthotics formed by a doctor but they do not fit in sport shoes very well. I ordered Footminders for him. They fit in his shoes and he loves them. I got two opinions the first podiatrist didn't suggest the inserts, the second did.
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Probably would feel good - what do you suffer from? Try the ex's in the book Treat Your Own Achilles Tendinitis or The 5-Minute Plantar Fasciitis Solution if your feet have those problems. Hope this helps.
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I am not familiar with this condition. So I googled it. It is only my opinion that I think it would help. I purchased this system for my plantar fasciitis which is heel pain. I found that following the protocol was extremely helpful. I was told to learn to live with my condition, get special shoes or opt for surgery. That was not an option for me. Diligence is required and getting past the initial pain is key. It was a "hurts so good" because I got tremendous relief. I no longer have plantar fasciitis. I don't know if this answer has been a help to you but I believe it is definitely worth the effort. Occasionally I still use my walkers when my feet are tired.
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I wear my Profoot Plantar Fasciitis Orthotics with the original shoe inserts inside my shoes.
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If you're really flat-foot challenged, I would recommend going to an arthropod who is a pro at fitting orthotics and is connected with good labs who make them. I've tried buying them in stores and on line. But my feet and ankles are a mess, and the best solutions have come from the doctors.
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Not sure about that but I would recommend getting the rehbands instead. I was not happy with the tk's, the rehbands are a more money but worth the price!! Do it right the first time not like I did.
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I didnt like this product, not really room for it in my shoe. I recommend an insole designed for heel pain/ spurs.
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Its not made for walking. Also suggest The 5-Minute Plantar Fasciitis Solution if you're stuck with that problem.
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If you are already wearing an orthotic, stick with that. I had these in a pair of trainers and took them out. Greg is correct - they are uncomfortable and difficult to wear.
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I think that it is unlikely with this orthotic, unless they have a narrow version. I did not find this helpful, and no longer use it.
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I would say no..only 20&12Separate point. can you identify shoe depths that will accommodate thick inserts for diabetics with foot nerropathy?.
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I would think so. I wear them in my running shoes, dress shoes, ballet flats, etc and have never had a problem. Once you get them in the right spot, it really just positions your foot where it should be if everything were working right and you didn't have fallen arches etc. These are the only things that work to eliminate my pain and allow me to keep running and boxing when my feet are bad. It is worth a try if you want to keep up your activity level while healing .
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The shoe itself will not help. If you buy one half size larger than normal and insert a supportive orthotic device I think it will. The shoe itself is rather lightweight and made of fabric which is somewhat stiffer than you expect in a running shoe. My expensive running shoes are "softer" and more flexible to the touch while providing great cushening and shock absorption. Personally, I feel running shoes are so critical, you should buy the best (ie: expensive) you can afford. But, that being said, these will probably work just fine with an insert.
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These are gel like inserts with little arch support. They are made with pressure point areas on the bottom. For me personally they have helped with my Plantar Fasciitis more than I would have ever thought.
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I returned them. They are a poor knock-off of Superfeet Green (which I use in my everyday shoes). For that kind of support, I opted for molded orthotics which can be found in ski shops & foot stores.